The best clam chowder Clambake Melt in your mouth deliciousness. Ordered this twice while visiting the area. Very clean and professional waiting staff

What a Gem!
This was probably the best coastal restaurant I have been to from Monterey to San Francisco.
Service was impeccable. They were so attentive. An assistant manager walked around making sure glasses were full and everything was going smoothly.
This family owned restaurant was fabulous. The clam bake/chowder in a bowl with a garlic bread top was the best ever!
Their calamari was so tender. Not a chewy piece in the bunch.
The giant pretzel stuffed with crab is so unique and delicious.

I'm stuffed and I still can't wait to return. Maybe they can open one in Santa Cruz???

Restaurant with history. Old Fishermans Grotto was our last stop in Monterey. We were placed in a booth with beautiful ocean views. The service was excellent. The staff were dressed in the traditional black and white, they know the menu well and are very attentive.

The food was great. My wife enjoyed the twin lobster tails. I went with the Large clam chowder and an order of steamed clams. The clams were my favorite. The white wine a butter broth was so good I finished it like a soup, definitely recommend.

My partner and I were visiting the area for the night and wanted to find a great place for dinner, so glad we came across this gem! Located right on the wharf, it has the charming look of a classic beach town diner from the outside, but inside, it gives off a cozy yet upscale dining vibe.

We were lucky enough to be seated by the window, where we enjoyed a stunning ocean view, complete with playful seals in the water

Our meal started with complemantary warm bread and butter. We then kicked things off with the crab meat tower appetizer, which was absolutely delicious. The fresh crab meat was delightful on its own, but the combination of cucumber, strawberry slices, and mango salsa took it to another level so refreshing and flavorful!

We also added a bowl of clam chowder, and let me tell you, it was hands down the best clam chowder I've ever had!! Rich, creamy, and packed with flavor! My partner ordered the Captain's Plate (which I happily helped taste test), and everything on it was fresh, perfectly cooked, and absolutely delicious. I had the Crab Ravioli, and wow... my mouth is still watering just thinking about it!

Our server was wonderful. Attentive, kind, and never overbearing. To top off an already amazing evening, she even gave me a rose as we left, a sweet touch they do for all the ladies.

If you're in the area, do yourself a favor and eat here! And when you do, have some clam chowder for me, you won't regret it!

Amazing clam chowder. Really lived up to the hype. Service was really impressive considering we only came in for some chowder and a sandwich. Location on the pier was beautiful as well. While we did not try much off of the menu, we would still recommend

Best clam chowder I have ever had! The bread bowl was extremely fresh as well! The service is excellent and the restaurant has a wonderful atmosphere that is clean!

Eat here The best place to eat on the wharf.Much nicer than you would think to find on a wharf,and the food is great.Don't hesitate to ask your server what they recommend.

Best crab chowder I've had in California, so far! The crab tower was delicious! The service was average.

Very fresh seafood as someone who's not the biggest seafood fan. The risotto was very soft and flavorful. Calamari was okay would not get again. The pie was a good mix of sweet and sour which I enjoyed! The service is amazing. Servers are very attentive. Ambiance is great too with good views. Good for date night out